2004 BMW 745 vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 745 | Pantera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 491 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |